we have examined the corruption of mainstream religion the seduction of the social gospel the...
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We have examinedThe Corruption of Mainstream ReligionThe Seduction of The Social GospelThe Pitfalls of Denominationalism
Our plea: Restore The Religion of ChristHis religion is rightReligions of men are confusingReligions of men are soul-damning
Complete gospel revealed to menIn the 1st Century
Promised by Christ, Jn. 16:7-15Fulfilled, 1 Cor. 2:7-10; Eph. 3:1-5; 2 Pt. 1:3
No ongoing revelationSpiritual gifts required, 1 Cor. 12:1-10Spiritual gifts to end, 1 Cor. 13:8-13Gifts via apostles, Acts 8:14-18No apostles today!
If there is ongoing revelation, then…Where are the new books?Why did it take 2,000 years to reveal truth?Were the people before in darkness?Is God a respecter of persons?
Jesus has all authority, Mt. 28:18As the Son of God, Rom. 1:4As the Savior of Man, Acts 4:12As the Head of the Church, Col. 1:18As the King of kings, Rev. 19:13-16
His word has authority, Jn. 12:48Not the men, Mt. 10:16-20Not the churches∙Jesus established the Church, Mt. 16:18∙Truth governed local churches,1 Cor. 1:2; Gal. 1:2; 2 Thes. 1:1
Same authority governs men todayLaw of Moses revealed about 1400 BCIn effect in 400 BC, Mal. 4:4; Neh. 8:1Law of Christ revealed in 1st Century ADIn effect in 21st Century AD
Men have strayed from the New TestamentWorship: instrumental music, carnivalWork: entertainment, motorcycle give awayOrganization: clergy, denominational bodiesNames of men: Lutheran, Methodist…